LND001 Lawns and Grounds Equipment, Parts and Services

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is issuing a statewide solicitation (LND001) to procure, lease, and maintain a comprehensive portfolio of lawns and grounds equipment, parts, and related services. The contract will replace the existing FAC116 agreement and will be administered through the COMMBUYS system. Vendors may submit quotations for purchase, operating lease (up to 6 months), and repair/maintenance services across nine defined categories, with a mandatory offering of battery‑powered alternatives for most equipment types and strict warranty, recycling, and service‑response requirements. The solicitation includes a pre‑bid webinar, a Q&A period, and a firm submission deadline of 18 Dec 2026; award notification is expected in February 2027 and the contract runs for five years (through 30 Apr 2032). • Nine equipment categories covering tractors, mowers, utility vehicles, handheld power tools, snowblowers, specialty wheeled equipment, trailers, repair services, and leasing options. • Battery‑powered alternatives required for all major categories; warranties of ≥2 years for batteries and ≥1 year for other equipment. • Mandatory documentation includes the Bidder Response Form, Price Sheet, Climate & Environmental Practices Form, Prompt‑Payment Discount Form, and Supplier‑Diversity Program Form. • Key dates: Pre‑bid conference 3 Nov 2026, Q&A deadline 13 Nov 2026, submission deadline 18 Dec 2026, award notification 15 Feb 2027. • Contract administration fees (1 % of payments) and quarterly reporting obligations are part of the award terms.